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By - Darren Straight

Microsoft Communicator Mobile for Nokia Debuts

Today, Microsoft and Nokia launched the first application from their alliance around mobile productivity, Microsoft Communicator Mobile for Nokia devices. This new unified communications client connects directly with a company’s communications systems to streamline mobile collaboration. Owners of a number of Symbian based Nokia Eseries smartphones can download the English version today from Nokia’s Ovi Store, the easiest place to

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Ovi Maps in your Own Voice

Nokia has announced the launch of Own Voice for Ovi Maps, a free app from Ovi store, which allows people to personalise the voice that gives them turn-by-turn instructions when using Ovi Maps drive navigation.  The Own Voice app lets you create a new voice pack, taking you through each step of the process. Find a quiet space to record,

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Meet the Nokia N8

Last week Nokia announced the eagerly awaited Nokia N8, its latest smartphone, which intuitively connects to the people, places and services that matter most. With the Nokia N8, people can create exciting content, connect to their favourite social networks, and enjoy on-demand Web TV programs and Ovi Store apps. Available in the UK during the third quarter of 2010, the estimated

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Kelkoo Transforms International Collaboration with mvision Managed Video Conferencing

mvision today announced that leading shopping comparison website, Kelkoo has transformed collaboration between its 10 international offices with a managed video conferencing service. Initiated by a desire to reduce business travel for its senior executives, Kelkoo has realised enhanced collaboration; overcoming language difficulties, improving clarity of communication and bringing international teams closer together. Philippa Holister, is PA to the CEO

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Football Fever Means Big Bonuses at Participating Euro Partners Casinos

Participating Euro Partners casinos will be giving away additional casino bonuses in a special sports promotion to celebrate the UEFA Champions League final. Europa Casino, Vegas Red, Titan Casino and Casino Tropez are all running Football Fever themed promotions, in honor of the UEFA final, scheduled to take place on Saturday May 22 at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid.